Project Engineer – Civil – Edinburgh/Glasgow/Newcastle

Project Engineer – Civil – Edinburgh/Glasgow/Newcastle

Full-Time 35000 - 45000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
David Narro Associates

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting civil engineering projects and mentor junior team members.
  • Company: Join Narro Associates, an award-winning consultancy with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and support towards Chartership.
  • Other info: Be part of an employee-owned company where every voice matters.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects while developing your career.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.

Narro Associates is an award‑winning structural and civil engineering consultancy with a reputation for delivering innovative, practical and sustainable engineering solutions across a diverse range of sectors. We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our Civil Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Chartered Engineer, or an ambitious engineer approaching Chartership, to take ownership of challenging projects, lead client relationships, and play a key role in the development of both our people and business.

The Role

Anticipated to have gained some experience post graduation with a proven track record of efficiently delivering smaller projects. The Project Engineer leads small projects and contributes to design work on larger schemes, demonstrating increasing independence, technical depth, and project management capability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform civil and structural calculations and design.
  • Take ownership of smaller projects and support senior engineers on major projects.
  • Provide unsupervised site attendance and lead project administration.
  • Mentor junior team members and maintain CPD progress.
  • Develop financial awareness and understanding of buildability.
  • Contribute to business development.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong technical design capability and communication skills internally and externally.
  • Demonstrated progress toward professional qualification.
  • Ability to manage small projects efficiently and organise workload effectively.
  • Highway & Roads Design.
  • Drainage expertise.
  • Proficient in Micro-Drainage or Causeway Flow to analyse networks.
  • Proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D for highway design, grading, and corridor modelling is highly desirable.
  • SuDS Design experience desirable.

Key Performance Indicators

  • Ability to deliver small projects efficiently.
  • Ability to communicate internally and externally.
  • Timely delivery of project milestones.
  • Timesheets, PO reports, Invoicing and Fee Forecasting all completed timeously.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including the option of a 9 day fortnight.
  • Structured professional development and leadership opportunities.
  • Support towards Chartership (where applicable).
  • A collaborative and supportive team culture.
  • Opportunity to work on high‑profile and technically challenging projects.

If you are looking for a role where you can influence projects, develop people, and help shape the future of a growing consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.

Employee Ownership

At Narro, we’re proudly employee‑owned, so everyone in the business has a genuine stake in our success. Since 2014, this has meant creating a collaborative, inclusive environment where every voice matters, from shaping key decisions to influencing how we grow. Our hybrid model combines shared ownership through an Employee Ownership Trust with opportunities for individuals to hold shares, so everyone can share in the rewards too. The result is a supportive, forward‑thinking culture where people feel valued, empowered, and part of something bigger.

Degree in Civil Engineering, IEng or CEng (or strong progress towards)

Project Engineer – Civil – Edinburgh/Glasgow/Newcastle employer: David Narro Associates

Narro Associates is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers employees through shared ownership and collaborative decision-making. With flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on professional development, including support towards Chartership, our team members thrive while working on high-profile projects in the vibrant cities of Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Newcastle. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking consultancy where your contributions are valued and you can truly make a difference.

David Narro Associates

Contact Details:

David Narro Associates Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Project Engineer – Civil – Edinburgh/Glasgow/Newcastle

Civil Engineering
Structural Calculations
Project Management
Highway & Roads Design
Drainage Expertise
Micro-Drainage
Causeway Flow